KMID : 0928320220220010010
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Korean Journal of Health Promotion and Disease Prevention 2022 Volume.22 No. 1 p.10 ~ p.17
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Environmental Factors Affecting Prevalence of Allergic Diseases in Elementary School Children in a Province
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Kim Hyun
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Abstract
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Background: The aim of the study was to investigate the association between allergic diseases and their relat- ing factors in elementary school children living in an urban area.
Methods: A self-reported International Study of Asthma and Allergies in Childhood questionnaire survey for al- lergic diseases was conducted for students aged 8-10 years enrolled in 31 elementary schools in Korea. The questionnaire contained children¡¯s disease history, parent¡¯s history, and environmental risk factors. The total of 3,554 children participated in the study from April to May in 2017. The data were analyzed using a chi-square test and logistic regression with SPSS 22.0.
Results: Allergic diseases' relating factors were fur toys, indoor chemical products, humid indoor environment, use of humidifier, and mold experience.
Conclusions: Based on the research results, research and education plans to improve the indoor environment were discussed.
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KEYWORD
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Allergic diseases, International Study of Asthma and Allergies in Childhood, Atopic dermatitis, Asthma, Allergic rhinitis
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